Chicago Public Schools is the third largest school district in the United States with more than 600 schools providing education to approximately 400,000 children. Our vision is that every student in every neighborhood will be engaged in a rigorous, well-rounded instructional program and will graduate prepared for success in college, career and life.

The Next Generation: Chicago's Children Action Plan – was developed after listening carefully to the concerns of thousands of citizens and civic leaders across the City of Chicago.